Solve the Problem $1019.76 \mathrm { in } ^ { 2 }$

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem. Round your answer to two decimal places.
-The area of a circle varies directly as the square of the radius of the circle. If a circle with a radius of 5 inches has an area of 78.5 square inches, what is the area of a circle with a radius of 18 inches?

A) $1019.76 \mathrm { in } ^ { 2 }$
B) $1017.36 \mathrm { in } ^ { 2 }$
C) $113.04 \mathrm { in } ^ { 2 }$
D) $56.52 \mathrm { in } ^ { 2 }$